Dziewczynka o imieniu Sirsza obchodzi swoje 6 urodziny. Nic nie wygląda tak, jakby chciała. Starszy brat jej dokucza, tata jest zatopiony w myślach, a mamy nie ma z nimi od dawna. Na domiar złego przyjeżdża zrzędząca babcia, która zamierza zabrać rodzeństwo do dużego miasta, które uważa za bardziej odpowiednie miejsce dla nich do życia. Po nieudanym przyjęciu Sirsza podkrada bratu muszlę, którą dostał kiedyś od mamy, i zaczyna na niej grać. Muzyka prowadzi ją do skrzyni, w której znajduje niezwykły płaszcz. Sirsza rozpocznie podróż, dzięki której zrozumie, kim jest i co stało się z ich mamą. W wędrówce pomaga jej starszy brat, tajemnicze świetliki oraz pół ludzie, pół foki. Wspólna podróż pomoże odkryć rodzeństwu łączącą ich więź i siłę, która tkwi w rodzinie.
The story of music legend Terri Hooley, a key figure in Belfast's punk rock scene. Hooley founded the Good Vibrations store from which a record label sprung, representing bands such as The Undertones, Rudi and The Outcasts.
W wieku 23 lat była międzynarodową gwiazdą, a jej piosenki plasowały się na szczytach list przebojów. Za to kiedy kończyła 26 lat, regularnie ją oczerniano i wyśmiewano. Sinéad O’Connor to ikona irlandzkiej muzyki, która wyprzedzała swoje czasy. Film opowiada o jej fenomenalnym dojściu do światowej sławy oraz o tym, jak obrazoburcza osobowość doprowadziła do usunięcia jej z panteonu gwiazd muzyki pop. Obserwujemy Sinéad zarówno podczas koncertu w Medison Square Garden w 1992 roku, jak i w czasie słynnego występu w Saturday Night Live, gdzie a capella zaśpiewała kultowy utwór Boba Marleya w proteście przeciwko seksualnemu wykorzystywaniu dzieci w kościele katolickim i publicznie podarła fotografię Jana Pawła II. Szczery wywiad stanowi podstawę narracji filmu.
A celebration of the Irish punk/poet Shane MacGowan, lead singer and songwriter of The Pogues, that combines unseen archive footage from the band and MacGowan’s family with original animations.
Recorded at Dublin's Point Theatre and introduced by Emmylou Harris, Gael Force combines stunning live performances, beautiful melodies, and virtuoso playing from Ireland's greatest musicians and performers.
Filmed at the Point Theatre in Dublin 'Lord of the Dance' takes Irish dancing to spectacular new heights. Orchestrated and conducted by Anne Dudley, inspiring original music by Ronan Hardiman and exhilarating dance starring the sensational Michael Flatley with supporting characters Bernadette Flynn, Daire Nolan, Gillian Norris, Helen Egan and Anne Buckley - Lord of the Dance is a rare and magical experience. Michael Flatley takes to the stage in a stunning Celtic dance spectacular which re-tells Irish folk legend in a dazzling and updated style. Join us when time stood still and Erin was goddess of all... The stories had all been written and everyone knew their parts. But the ancient clans, sitting in their stone circles, heard mumblings and the spirits dream was troubled. A new dark power had emerged to challenge the Lord of the Dance.
Michael Flatley is the internationally acclaimed master of dance. In 2005 his unrivalled skill and artistry combined in an epic that fused the spirit and history of Ireland with dance and music. The result was a masterpiece, showcasing Irish dance as a dynamic, powerful art form. Says Michael, "Celtic Tiger portrays the oppression of a people. The tiger itself symbolizes the awakening of their spirit in the struggle for freedom. The show itself is a 90 minute spectacular. It is very fast moving, powerful and hard-hitting and I think that it is something that you have never seen before."
Tells a timeless story based on Irish folklore of good versus evil, & through the media of dance & music it is understood and appreciated by every culture.
In 2011 Jon Kenny & Pat Shortt decided to reunite for a national tour of the award winning hit show 'One Hell of a Do'. This hilarious comedy celebrates the unique talent of Ireland's most famous wedding/pub band - Tom & Gerry (D'Unbelievables) - who, on receiving an award entitled the 'Golden Microphone of the Year Award for the best wedding/pub band in Ireland' recall the hilarious happenings during the day of the Donoghue Wedding. Filmed in front of a live audience at The Royal Theatre, Castlebar in 2011
Biopic of Eurovision legend Johnny Logan who won the contest three times, twice as a singer and once as a song writer. The movie focuses on the years 1980-87, in between his two wins.
Introduced by Jean Butler, The Best of Riverdance, brings together the stunning highlights and classic performances from the show filmed at various international venues over the previous 10 years. This special compilation, The Best of Riverdance, features performances from the various Riverdance Troupes who have taken the show to the four corners of the world. Highlights include: Reel Around the Sun performed by Michael Flatley and the Riverdance Troupe at the Poin Theatre in Dublin, Countess Cathleen performed by Joanne Doyle and the Riverdance Troup in Geneva, Thunderstorm performed by Pat Roddy and the Riverdance Troup in Radio City Music Hall, New York, Heartland, performed by Jean Butler and Michael Flatley at the Point Theatre and a very special compilation performance of Riverdance featuring the talents of the shows lead dancers over the past ten years.
A modern Irish comedy western set in sleepy rural Sligo.
Compilation of live performances, television appearances and promotional videos from the 1970s rock band, including all their classic tracks such as 'The Boys Are Back In Town', 'Killer On The Loose' and 'Whiskey In The Jar'.
Story of Irish popular music from 1950 to the present day told by the artists, songwriters, producers and executives who made it all happen. It tells of the dramatic evolution from a grey, conservative culture to a vibrant, colourful music scene which has an enormous popularity and influence completely out of proportion to the size of the country.
Thirteen examples of The Pogues unique brand of hellraising folk, ranging from punky takes on traditional Irish songs like 'Dirty Old Town' to the Shane MacGowan penned originals which offered romanticised visions of life viewed through the bottom of a bottle.
Absolutely Irish brings together the brightest stars of traditional Irish music for a once-in-a-lifetime concert that will leave folk music fans stunned by the virtuoso performances. Filmed live at the intimate Irish Arts Center in New York City's famed Hell's Kitchen neighborhood, Irish music impresario Mick Moloney presents three generation of brilliant musicians. They display their mastery on favorite songs and traditional tunes, and rock the hall with their passionate performances. With special guest appearances by two living legends – flute player Mike Rafferty and Irish dancer Jo McNamara – and an inspiring rendition of Leaving Liverpool performed by the entire ensemble, Absolutely Irish shocases the best talent on the Irish music scene today.
This musical celebration charts the lives and careers of some of the biggest selling acts in Irish rock, punk and pop from Van Morrison and Thin Lizzy to The Undertones and U2. From the pioneers of the showbands touring in the late 50s through to the modern day, the film examines their lineage and connections and how the hardcore, rocking sound of Belfast merged with the more melodic, folky Dublin tradition to form what we now recognise as Irish rock and pop.
One Irish Rover, a documentary focusing on the words and music of Van Morrison, was broadcast in 1991 on BBC 2 Arena TV special and on A&E cable television program. It is a series of live songs with commentary by Morrison about music and poetry, it has some truly amazing performances. It includes the footage of Morrison and Dylan in Greece, Georgie Fame at Ronnie Scott’s, John Lee Hooker, The Chieftains and Danish Radio Big Band.
U218 Videos is a music video compilation DVD by U2 from 2006, released the same day as its compilation album, U218 Singles. The compilation features their most popular videos from "New Year's Day" in 1983 to "The Saints Are Coming" in 2006. The DVD features videos from the band's two previous music video compilations, The Best of 1980–1990 and The Best of 1990–2000, as well as several videos that have never been previously released. The main section of the DVD contains 19 videos, including two videos for both "Stuck in a Moment You Can't Get Out Of" and "Walk On." The DVD also contains bonus material with two documentaries, The Making of "Vertigo" and A Story of One, as well as seven additional music videos.
A woman with a severe stutter discovers an old radio that begins to speak directly to her, but in the fluent version of her own voice.